Whether you are using a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or a smartphone, this course will help you move beyond automatic mode and start creating intentional, visually compelling photos. Through hands-on practice and guided instruction, students will gain the skills and confidence needed to improve their photography and develop their own creative style. This class will include an outing that will be discussed in class and will take place on Noveber 7th, 2026. Highly encouraged to bring camera or smartphone. 

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Fee includes the online book, online recorded follow up lessons, a recording of the class and also access to optional live periodic question and answer sessions at no additional cost. Class is online using zoom and is partly hands on and partly lecture/demonstration. For ages 13+.

Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese martial arts exercise that focuses on mind intention and big, smooth, slow core movement to recharge and energize the body. Tai Chi Chuan has demonstrated numerous benefits including better balance, strength and improved bone density. The class consists of warm up/loosening exercises and instruction on body structure (how you hold your body in a Tai Chi way). You’ll also begin to learn the choreography of the Hunyuan Tai Chi 48-forms set and the ‘how to’s’ of the moves like where to place your feet, how your body and hands move, and how your weight shifts. NOTE: Tai Chi is physical exercise equivalent to moderate walking. Be prepared to stand and move for the entire hour. Class is suitable for ages 14 to 80+. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat soled shoes. NOTE: $5 per student to instructor

Celebrate American Homebrewers Association annual "Learn to Homebrew Day" with this hands-on class led by experienced members of the Ale Riders Homebrew Club, bringing 30+ years of homebrewing expertise. Participants will observe and assist in brewing an All Grain 5-gallon batch of beer, while learning the fundamentals of the brewing process. Topics include essential equipment, ingredients (grains, hops, yeast, and adjuncts), water profiles, fermentation, and proper cleaning and sanitizing. The class also includes guided discussion and a Q&A session, making it perfect for beginners or anyone interested in starting their homebrewing journey. Note: Please bring a valid ID for age verification (21+). Participants are encouraged to bring paper and pencil for note-taking. For safety reasons, no open-toed shoes are permitted.

Imagine spinning unique yarns from exotic fleeces and luscious rovings…just as your ancestors did! If you're interested in fiber arts, there's nothing like making your own products. This hands-on intro class will teach you the basics of spinning on a wheel using a variety of prepared wool materials. We will also discuss carding, finishing, and plying. Students will have the chance to try several models of spinning wheels and will go home with a skein or two of handspun yearn! Class will take a 1-hour lunch break on your own. NOTE: Please plan to spin in your stocking feet. $20 supply fee paid to instructor. 

Ready to start using dumbbells or weights but unsure where to begin? This course, designed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy, will guide you through a safe and effective total-body strength training routine you can do at home or in the gym. You’ll learn proper techniques for each movement, modifications to accommodate past injuries, and how to structure exercises for maximum effectiveness. Strength training not only builds muscle and boosts confidence but also reduces the risk of diseases like osteoporosis, heart disease, and diabetes by improving bone density, enhancing metabolism, and supporting overall health. Join us to kickstart your journey to a stronger, healthier you with a program tailored for lasting results.

In this course, your instructor will guide you through the steps of making paper. You will use simple processes that you can do at home using an ordinary blender and other household items. This is a fun and eco-friendly process good for all experience levels and backgrounds. Enrollment is limited; book early! Note: Additional $35 supply fee paid to instructor at class for supplies/materials.

Are you 50 or older and struggling with Technology? This is the class for you. We breakdown cybersecurity and online activities into simple, everyday steps. No confusing jargon-- just practical, easy-to-learn habits to lock down your personal information and safely navigate our online world. Jeanne will be joined by Erika Schumacher and Michael Hauge, some of Community Education's top tech gurus. This session will be fun and interactive, and it is the future – come be a part of it! Bring your devices – Smartphones, iPads, and laptops.